Frosted Buttermilk Brownies

Nutriscore Rating: 35/100

Indulge in the decadence of Frosted Buttermilk Brownies, a rich and fudgy dessert crowned with a luscious chocolate frosting. Perfectly balanced with the tangy sweetness of buttermilk, these brownies feature a melt-in-your-mouth texture and an irresistible cocoa flavor. The glossy homemade frosting, made with butter, cocoa powder, and vanilla, adds a silky finish that takes these treats to the next level. With just 15 minutes of prep time, this easy-to-follow recipe is ideal for both casual gatherings and special occasions. Serve these brownies as a show-stopping dessert, and watch them disappear in no time!

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 15 min
• Cook Time: 25 min
• Total Time: 40 min
• Servings: 16 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

14 items

• 1 cup unsalted butter
• 0.25 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup buttermilk
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 3.5 cups powdered sugar
• 0.25 cup milk
• 0.25 cup unsweetened cocoa powder (for frosting)
• 0.5 cup unsalted butter (for frosting)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for frosting)

📝 Instructions

12 steps

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper.

2. In a medium saucepan, melt 1 cup of unsalted butter over medium heat. Once melted, stir in 0.25 cup of unsweetened cocoa powder until smooth. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

3. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 2 cups of granulated sugar, 2 large eggs, and 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract until well combined.

4. Slowly add the cocoa-butter mixture to the sugar mixture, whisking constantly to combine.

5. Add 0.5 cup of buttermilk to the batter and stir until smooth.

6. Sift together 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 0.5 teaspoon of baking soda, and 0.25 teaspoon of salt. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined, being careful not to overmix.

7. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and smooth out the top with a spatula.

8. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs sticking to it. Let the brownies cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.

9. While the brownies are cooling, prepare the frosting. In a medium saucepan, melt 0.5 cup of unsalted butter over medium heat. Stir in 0.25 cup of unsweetened cocoa powder until smooth. Remove from heat.

10. Gradually whisk in 0.25 cup of milk, followed by 3.5 cups of powdered sugar, until smooth and creamy. Then stir in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.

11. Once the brownies have cooled completely, spread the frosting evenly over the top.

12. Allow the frosting to set for about 20-30 minutes before slicing the brownies into 16 squares and serving.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (112.2g)

Calories		449
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		19.9 g	25%
	Saturated Fat	12.2 g	61%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		73 mg	24%
Sodium		91 mg	4%
Total Carbohydrate		66.9 g	24%
	Dietary Fiber	2.2 g	8%
	Total Sugars	51.5 g
Protein		3.9 g	8%
Vitamin D		0.5 mcg	3%
Calcium		29 mg	2%
Iron		1.2 mg	7%
Potassium		109 mg	2%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 2859 cal (38.7%%)

Protein: 251 cal (3.4%%)

Carbs: 4284 cal (57.9%%)